One of the most common questions I hear from patients is, "My cholesterol was flagged as abnormal, but you told me everything looked good. How can that be?" Recently, a patient named Rose asked ...

Regular follow-up calls from a pharmacist can help people lower their "bad" (LDL) cholesterol by reminding them to take their ...

Coconut oil is getting a lot of attention for its health benefits, but is it safe to consume if you have high cholesterol ...

Regular follow-up calls from a pharmacist can help people lower their ‘bad’ (LDL) cholesterol by reminding them to take their medication ...

For patients who want a closer look at metabolic risk, several specialized tests go beyond standard glucose measurements.

Almond butter has become this generation’s peanut butter, now a must in everything from “PB&J” to smoothies. And for good ...

Two lifelong friends. Same food. Same habits. Completely opposite cholesterol numbers. One was told his terrible HDL was genetic. The other believed his perfect LDL meant he could eat anything. Then a ...

Olive oil and mustard oil both offer heart-health benefits, but they work differently.

From cinnamon and turmeric to ginger, common kitchen spices may offer benefits for blood sugar control, inflammation ...

With so much information available, it can be difficult to understand what cholesterol is – and why it’s important.

Doctors who reviewed Donald Trump’s latest medical report say it is conspicuously short on the clinical specifics that would ...

Consuming too much cholesterol through your diet can lead to high LDL (or "bad") cholesterol levels and increase your risk for heart disease. Research suggests that beverages high in saturated fat and ...